Chaitra Navratri 2026 Kalash Sthapna: In Sanatan Dharma, the nine days of Navratri are considered very special and sacred. Nine days of Navratri have been dedicated to Goddess Durga. The month of Chaitra is going on. Chaitra Navratri falls in this month. It starts every year from the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. This year Navratri of Chaitra month will start from 19th March. It will end with the festival of Ram Navami on March 27.
During the days of Navratri, nine forms of Goddess Durga are specially worshipped. Besides, devotees also keep fast during these nine holy days. Worship of Goddess Durga is considered to have special significance in Chaitra Navratri. Because Mother was born in this month. During the puja during the nine days of Navratri, people definitely establish the Kalash on the first day. Let us know why Kalash is established during Navratri and what should be put in it?
Kalash installation in Navratri
Kalash Sthapana has supreme importance in Navratri and Hindu worship. Before every auspicious and auspicious work, Kalash is established and Gods and Goddesses are invoked. This is the reason why even during the time of Navratri, Kalash is established and then the resolution of fasting is taken. Goddess Durga is invoked through this. Along with this, Kalash is considered a symbol of happiness, prosperity and good fortune. This is the first step to invoke divine energy, remove negativity and get the blessings of Maa Durga.
What to put in the urn?
Kalash is considered to be the abode of all the Gods and Goddesses, Navagrahas and major rivers, which makes the puja successful. Water (or Ganges water), coin, cloves, cardamom, betel nut, turmeric, and Pancharatna are kept in the Kalash.
Chaitra Navratri 2026 auspicious time for establishment of Kalash
This year, there are two auspicious times for setting up the Kalash on Chaitra Navratri. The first auspicious time on March 19 will start at 06:52 am. This Muhurta will end at 07:43 in the morning. On this day, Kalash installation will also be possible in Abhijeet Muhurta in the afternoon. Kalash installation Abhijeet Muhurat will start at 12.05 pm. This auspicious time will last till 12:53 pm.
Also read: Chaitra Navratri 2026: Follow these rules during Navratri, be careful while installing the Kalash.
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